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Plagiolepis

Ant genus · 77 species · 52 countries

Genus
Plagiolepis
Subfamily
Formicinae
Tribe
Plagiolepidini
Distribution
Found in 52 countries
Colony form
polygynous, monogynous, optionally polygynous
Species count
77 species (10 fossil)

About Plagiolepis

Plagiolepis is a genus within the family Formicidae , classified in the subfamily Formicinae (tribe Plagiolepidini) . AntScout currently documents 77 species in this genus, distributed across 52 countries , including Algeria, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium.

Species in this genus exhibit polygynous and monogynous and optionally polygynous colony structures. Monogynous colonies have a single reproductive queen, making them straightforward to start from a single founding queen - ideal for beginner ant keepers. Polygynous colonies can host multiple queens, allowing for rapid colony growth.

Where Plagiolepis Is Found

Species in this genus are documented in 52 countries:

AlgeriaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBelgiumBulgariaCabo VerdeChinaComorosCroatiaCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireEgyptFranceGambiaGermanyGhanaGreeceHungaryIndiaIndonesiaIran, Islamic Republic ofItalyKorea, Republic ofKyrgyzstanLibyaMadagascarMauritiusMayotteMoroccoMozambiqueNorth MacedoniaPortugalRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaudi ArabiaSerbiaSeychellesSouth AfricaSpainSwitzerlandTanzania, United Republic ofTürkiyeUnited Arab EmiratesUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandUnited States of AmericaUzbekistanYemenZambiaZimbabwe

Frequently Asked Questions

How many species does Plagiolepis have?

The genus Plagiolepis includes 77 species documented on AntScout, spread across 52 countries. 10 of these are fossil species.

Where do Plagiolepis ants live?

Plagiolepis species are found in 52 countries , including Algeria, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium. Distribution varies by species - check individual species pages for precise range maps.

Can I buy Plagiolepis ants?

Plagiolepis ants may be available from ant dealers depending on your region. Some species are popular in the hobby and regularly sold as founding queens or small colonies. Check local antkeeping communities or specialty shops in your country.

Are Plagiolepis ants good for beginners?

This depends on the specific species. Some Plagiolepis species are beginner-friendly with straightforward care requirements, while others may need specific conditions. Browse the individual species profiles below for care difficulty and requirements.

All Plagiolepis Species (77)

Click a species to view its full profile, including distribution map, care information, nuptial flight calendar, and identification photos.